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BP adds more charger networks to Fuel & Charge fleet payment card
BP has added new charge point operators to its Fuel and Charge payment card, giving fleet customers access to over 12,000 electric vehicle charge points across … Read More »
Brake advocates 20mph limits around schools as parents say roads aren’t safe
Brake is calling for default 20mph speed limits to be adopted around all schools in the UK, asking, “Why do we have to wait until a … Read More »
Toyota’s future EVs to have 600+-mile range from 2026
Toyota Motor Corporation has unveiled new plans to “change the future of cars” through latest technology that will drastically increase the driving range of future electric … Read More »
Future electric Renaults to slash charging costs with Mobilize vehicle-to-grid tech
Renault is to equip its future EVs with vehicle-to-grid technology, cutting charging costs by around half while supporting the grid.
IBMG halves carbon footprint with Fleet Alliance help
The Independent Builders Merchant Group (IBMG) has slashed the carbon footprint of its fleet more than 50% using a new green fleet policy in conjunction with … Read More »
BP teams with InPost for collect and returns service across 300 forecourts
BP is rolling out a convenient collect and returns service across 300 forecourts in partnership with InPost.
Massive support from motorists for new ‘sleep-driving’ test
New research shows overwhelming support from drivers for new ‘sleep-driving’ tests, similar to existing roadside drink and drug checks.
Mobility as a Service leads future of car rental, finds Microsoft/Amadeus report
The shift to Mobility as a Service (MaaS) will reshape the car rental market, meeting demand for flexibility, convenience and sustainability in a fast-changing sector.
Mitie fleet now 50% electric in major milestone
Mitie has now transitioned 50% of its fleet to electric vehicles, marking a major milestone in its decarbonisation journey.
Discounts now coming through on EVs, fleets report
Fleets are now being offered discounts on EV list prices, heralding a more competitive environment, according to Fleet Professionals (AFP)’s 2023 Conference.
Watford to install 79 new EV chargers
Watford Borough Council is installing 79 new electric vehicle charging points across the town to support a significant move towards more sustainable transport in the area.
Ford opens new plant in Cologne to build next-gen EVs
Ford has opened the doors to its new Cologne Electric Vehicle Center, which will be home to its new generation of electric vehicles.
Starla Energy to supply fleets with Indra smart home chargers
EV solutions provider Starla Energy is to supply customers with smart home chargers from Indra under a new nationwide agreement.
James Douglas moves from Volkswagen to key Motability Operations role
James Douglas, currently sales director at VW, has been appointed as the new manufacturer and network partnerships director at Motability Operations.
Welsh Government boosts EV public charging with £15m investment
The Welsh Government is investing a further £15m to increase the number of electric vehicle charging points across the country.
DPD seeks experts to help slash fleet emissions
DPD is calling on sustainability specialists to come up with new ways to reduce its carbon emissions from transport, delivery and buildings.
FMG boosts repair capacity with raft of new deals
FMG has increased its repair network with more than 100 new partnerships to boost its capacity long-term.
Tuffnells Parcels Express calls in administrators
One of the UK’s biggest logistics firms, Tuffnells Parcels Express has confirmed that it’s entered administration after being hit by financial pressures impacting trading.
EV charging now most onerous everyday issue for fleets
EV charging management is increasingly taking up huge amounts of time for fleet managers, fast becoming the most onerous day-to-day managerial task.
Restrictions on 4.25-tonne electric vans hampering fleet take-up, says AFP
Operational restrictions are creating challenges for fleets adopting new 4.25-tonne electric vans, the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has reported.
Vehicle to everything can help futureproof EV fleets, new GridBeyond paper says
A new white paper looking at how EVs could revolutionise the way energy is managed and used through vehicle-to-everything (V2X) technology is now available.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Stellantis UK selects RAC for five-year roadside assistance deal
Stellantis has signed up the RAC as its roadside assistance partner for the UK and Ireland, following a competitive tender.
‘Odds stacked against road users’ for pothole damage, says AA
Breakdowns due to pothole damage are at near record levels as springtime road repairs fail to dent the UK’s ‘plague of potholes’.
Ford in Britain chairman moves to global role
Tim Slatter, who has been chair of Ford in Britain since January 2022, has shifted to a new global product development role for the Ford Blue … Read More »
Driver shortage top concern for UK fleets in 2023
Nine in 10 UK commercial fleet managers (90%) are prioritising driver retention and recruitment this year amid continued challenges for logistics workforces.
Nicholls & Clarke goes electric in partnership with Hyundai
Nicholls & Clarke has ordered nearly 100 fully electric cars from Hyundai, spearheading its work to go electric.
Mayor calls for faster EV charging rollout nationally as London gets 80 new rapid bays
The Mayor of London has urged ministers to ‘up the pace’ on rapid charging infrastructure as he outlines plans for 80 new rapid charging points across … Read More »
Uber scales work for drivers and riders to go electric
Uber has revealed a series of features to help its drivers and readers prioritise sustainability, including new tools and increased work to enable EV take-up.
85% of UK fleets tasked with cutting spend in 2023
The vast majority (85%) of fleet departments are facing increased pressure from board level execs to make spending cuts, new research has revealed.
